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Replace Nautilus V6F Bracelet with one from PPF?

R2L

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Gents: I recently picked up an older V6F Nautilus SW200 here M2M and the clasp is very difficult to open. I have to pull very hard to undo the butterfly lock (fiplock is perfect). So I am thinking of changing the bracelet out for one from PPF like these two:

https://forum.replica-watch.info/forum/strap-central/8180345-fs-nautilus-5711-ppf-v1-bracelet-new

https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...0295-nautilus-5711-bracelet-ppf-needs-repairs

Will it work? Will the top link on the PPF bracelet fit into the notch on the V6F case?

I know the V6F is no longer the ultimate rep and that does not bother me. Also, I could piece together the good parts of the current bracelet with those on the PPF and not worry about the missing rivet.

Or is there a better solution?

Thanks for any guidance you can provide.
 

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Here is my watch (pic #1), and the top link that I have my question about:

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If it helps, I just measured the width of the top center link (circled) and it comes out to 12.6mm.


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Yes, I found the same thing when I got the bracelet. It does not fit. Pity; would have been great if it did.


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Sorry I did non see this post before... unfortunately it is not possible since the case is different than ppf/pf and gen.
But in my opinion you have the best dial and datewheel around...
 
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R2L

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Sorry I did non see this post before... unfortunately it is not possible since the case is different than ppf/pf and gen.
But in my opinion you have the best dial and datewheel around...

Thank you. Yes, I found out by trial and error. Appreciate you taking the time to respond.


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Might as well buy the PF and put your V6F dial and hands in

Thank you. That is a good idea, however I decided to go in a different direction. I sourced an old MBK Nautilus 3700 Jumbo and am having the seconds hand modded on it. It is closed back so no issues with the engravings on the movement.
 

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Thank you. That is a good idea, however I decided to go in a different direction. I sourced an old MBK Nautilus 3700 Jumbo and am having the seconds hand modded on it. It is closed back so no issues with the engravings on the movement.

Just Wrong dial, wrong datewheel position, too thick and wrong clasp. And you’ll see the second hand pinion... nothing to worry about, it is a closed caseback...
 

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Just Wrong dial, wrong datewheel position, too thick and wrong clasp. And you’ll see the second hand pinion... nothing to worry about, it is a closed caseback...

Hahaha. Yes, you are right. Other than that it’s perfect? Right? (lol).


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